How do they match: Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks

  • Authorize credit charges against customers' accounts. Investigate history and credit standing of individuals or business establishments applying for credit. May interview applicants to obtain personal and financial data, determine credit worthiness, process applications, and notify customers of acceptance or rejection of credit.

  • Evaluate customers' computerized credit records and payment histories to decide whether to approve new credit, based on predetermined standards.
  • Examine city directories and public records to verify residence property ownership, bankruptcies, liens, arrest record, or unpaid taxes of applicants.
  • Interview credit applicants by telephone or in person to obtain personal and financial data needed to complete credit report.
  • Keep records of customers' charges and payments.

  • Compile data or documentation.
  • Examine financial records.
  • File documents or records.
  • Maintain financial or account records.
  • Search files, databases or reference materials to obtain needed information.